1989 Toyota Camry LE Reviews

89 camry...not a base model or popular model for modifying. But I plan to work it out. So far, i have a completely rebuilt 3-sfe 2.0L I-4 engine and auto transmission. Performance upgrades include K&N cold air intake, Megan racing upper strut tower bar. KYB shocks/springs, and my newest addition an APEX'i N1 (Fireball Tip) exhaust system. I've also worked on the interior adding a pair of 4-point TRD racing harnesses. Autometer (52mm) Tach. MOMO steering wheel with NRG quick release and boss hub kit.  As for sound, I put in a Clarion DXZ465MP head unit, 1200w Amp and 10' Infinity Kappa Perfect bass, and soon to be 2 5-way Pioneer 6X9 rear speakers.
As for dislikes, I don't really dislike anything but the fact that the exterior paint is starting to fade on the roof area and my wheels.  Hopefully, i can get it repainted the same grey color but everything including the bumpers. Getting a new set of wheels, maybe Rota Subzeroes with bolt pattern of 5X100, or at the most Volk LE or TE 37's with custom stagger between front and rear set since usual bolt patterns they make staggered are 5X114.3.
Besides that, I would like to just keep the normal JDM appeal and basically sleeper status. My dreams would include doing a full swap from my 3-SFE to maybe a 3-SGTE turbo engine fitted with a top mount intercooler and upgrade to a Garrett T3/T4 turbo with either an APEX'i, HKS, or Greddy BOV, and APEX'i turbo timers. Another would be custom order of Tein S-tech 5 way adjustables and custom rear up strut bar and a custom made interior harness bar for the 4-point seat belts.  And also wanting Sparco Fighter series seats(though i need custom bracket fabrication).
All of this could be a dream come true if only it werent for the issue of the large amount of money. That's why hopefully people could read this, maybe get some sponsorships.  And I'll be trying to get into an auto group and autocross a bit, go to shows..Whatever it takes, I want to put 2nd Generation Camrys on the map!

Very reliable vehicle for me. Chose to replace the clutch last year because I think it will last
long enough to make the investment worth it. Has 290 000 km so far. Did rust repair and
repaint in 2000 and have only started to see some rust/paint issues arise recently, even
with Canadian winters. Will drive this one into the ground most likely.